Free Veil in August!

Attention brides! Purchase your gown at The Bridal Garden in the month of August, and you will receive a free veil!

This is the perfect opportunity to get your gown and veil at the same time while saving a little cash (think about it - you can parlay the veil savings into your wedding shoe budget!).

*This offer will only be applied to gowns $1000 or more. This offer does not include gowns purchased at trunk shows.

Cutest Flower Girl Dresses ever!

Check this little cutie out!

This little gal is wearing Priscilla of Boston Flower Girl style #13. Available in a range of colors and sizes to suit the little Flower in your wedding, this dress also coordinates with Priscilla of Boston Bridesmaid style #216! Could it be any easier... or cuter?

Schedule your appointment today to check out TBG's fab selection of Bridesmaid and Flower Girl frocks!

Lea Ann Belter Trunk Show

The Bridal Garden is hosting a Lea Ann Belter Trunk Show!!

Saturday August 15 - Sunday August 16 2009

TBG will have the entire 2009 Lea Ann Belter collection, as well as her classic gowns available to order for your wedding.

Please phone 425.889.2151 to schedule your appointment, or please email info@thebridalgarden.com for your trunk show appointment.

See you soon!!

Top 5 Reasons why being a Bridesmaid is awesome.

5. The opportunity to work on a real life version of 27 Dresses (we smell a trip to Oprah and a book deal!)

4. If you get stuck talking to the groom’s random 35 year old cousin who lives with his parents, and is wearing a lethal combination of tevas/socks/fanny pack, and who is intent upon chatting you up re: how Vygotsky’s social cognitive theory provides a framework for thinking about the integrated, dynamic nature of individual development...blah blah blah..... , you have an automatic escape with the words “Um, I think the bride needs me right now!”

3. Bartenders will always hook you up. Always.

2. As a MOWP (member of the wedding party), you have an all access pass to act out the words to “Shook Me All Night Long” by AC/DC on the dance floor. It’s just part of the job.

1. You get to get your supercute bridesmaid dress at The Bridal Garden!

I want them to be able to wear it again!

We hear that exact sentiment from brides all the time at TBG! We love how conscious our brides are about not asking their nearest and dearest to don something completely awful that is sure to end up stashed as a rumpled pile of fabric in the back of the closet.

Check out the Melissa Sweet/Priscilla of Boston/Vineyard Collection website! They have added a Little Black Dress section that features all of their adorbes bridesmaid frocks in black! Perfect for brides who are looking for LBDs that flatter the many different body types that accompany the many different gal pals in your lineup.

Check out the full collection of LBDs from Melissa Sweet/Priscilla of Boston/Vineyard Collection at http://www.priscillaofboston.com/dress_return.jsp?gid=3

TBG loves LBDs for bridesmaids! Brilliant!

TBG loves Vow Renewals!

Happy 15th Anniversary Celine and Rene! TBG wants to toast the power of love you two have displayed for the past 15 years, and we wish you many more!

Since a new day has come (ok, that's the last one) The Bridal Garden wants to help you celebrate this fabulous anniversary....not that your wedding headpiece isn't stunning, but may we suggest a more subtle look for the renewal party, Celine?

Anyway, TBG loves couples who are celebrating an anniversary, and want to make it special. We have a fabulous selection of gowns, veils and accessories for brides of all ages whose hearts are still going on and on.... (Seriously, that one could not be avoided).

Phone 425.889.2151 for your appointment for this special celebration of the color of your love (Omg, last one).

Sidewalk Sale!

TBG hates being left out, so we are having a Sidewalk Sale this Saturday during Kirkland Uncorked!

Lots of supercute Flower Girl Dresses, Bridesmaid Dresses, and Accessories for that last minute Wedding or summer cocktail soiree!

Prices dramatically reduced.... dresses originally priced $150.00 - $450.00 marked down to $59.00 - $200.00! Who needs the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale when TBG is around?!

Sidewalk Sale runs 10:00am to 5:00pm Saturday July 18th.

All items sold as is, all sales are final, no holds, no exchanges, no returns.

TBG closed July 25 - Kirkland Karnival!

The Bridal Garden will be closed on Saturday July 25th to make room for the Kirkland Karnival. The Kirkland Karnival is a fun, family friendly event that will take place in Marina Park. We will re-open on July 26th (filled with cotton candy, obvi) to assist you with gowns.

Calgon take me away!

Archipelago Botanicals are such lovely products, and TBG carries some of our favorite pieces from their collection. One thing we love is the Milk Gift Set that is fragranced with the signature Milk scent. The set features their famous soy milk body creme, a soy travel candle, a bar of their lovely soy milk soap, and a washcloth. Perfect to stash in your honeymoon suitcase, or to give as a gift!

Books, books, books!

The Bridal Garden has several books for sale to assist you or your favorite bride in the planning!

Grab a glass of wine, some post-its, and start flagging ideas you like for your wedding! We have books by superstar wedding planner Colin Cowie, giving the perfect wedding toast, books from The Knot,as well as the Queen of everything, Martha Stewart.

We even have a cheeky book all about Stag nights for guys. Maybe giving your groom a book about how to have a Stag night will assist in preventing nights a la The Hangover? Just a thought....

Anyway, pop on by to check out our selection of Wedding Books!

Always a bridesmaid?

Well, at least point the bride in the direction of TBG and get something cute! We have the full collection of new Melissa Sweet, Priscilla of Boston & Vineyard Collection Bridesmaid dresses! They are seriously so cute, and have such cocktail party potential for after you are done being a dutiful gal pal to your bride.

All Melissa Sweet, Priscilla of Boston & Vineyard Collection dresses take approximately 4 months to arrive. So, if you are thinking of one for your holiday cocktailing, pop on by and place your order!

Maria Elena Accessories!

Since your hair is your head-suit, it is imperative that it be dressed up for your wedding day!

Maria Elena headpieces are the perfect way to add a unique sparkly touch to your wedding day 'do without looking like a prom princess. They are created from Swarovski Crystals and Japanese pearls, and are absolutely stunning! The headbands can be worn a million different ways, and all of the headpieces look fabulous with or without veils.

TBG has an extensive collection of Maria Elena accessories to add the finishing (and sparkling) touches to your wedding day.

Oh Valentine!

OMG This is Valentine! She is one of the newest bridal shoes from the Grazia collection. Valentine is simply divine, and we can't get enough of her. She's a silk satin covered platform with a 4" heel and Swarovski Crystal detail, but we just call her fabulous.

Grazia shoes are surprisingly comfortable, which is important when you consider how much dancing you want to do on your big day! TBG carries the full line of Grace and Grazia shoes, with lots of beautiful selections to choose from to complement your gown and accessories.

BTW, our little gal pal Valentine also comes in black, which makes her perfect for bridesmaids or just to have in your closet for cocktail parties..... or just to vacuum in (we don't judge).

Order your Valentine today!

TBG Closed July 19th - Kirkland Uncorked

The Bridal Garden will be closed on July 19th to make way for the annual Kirkland Uncorked festival in the Kirkland marina.

Kirkland Uncorked is an annual festival that celebrates local food, wine and art (a smaller, less patchouli & hackey sack version of Bumbershoot perhaps?). Tons of local vendors offering fabulous food, delicious wines, groovy tunes, and beautiful art. Check it out!

For more info, visit http://www.kirklanduncorked.com/

TBG will resume our regular business hours on July 22nd.

Flower Girl shoes on SALE!!

Flower Girls are just adorable! TBG loves Flower Girls, and we recently marked down all of our Flower Girl shoes from The Ladybug Collection. We have a wide assortment of sizes and styles to select from, so there is sure to be one that your little Flower will love twirling the night away in. They are a steal at $15.00 - $20.00 (marked down from original prices of $50.00 - $65.00)!

All shoes are sold as is, no returns, no exchanges, no holds.

Sometimes you just need a little help.

Ever need a boost in your bra? Hollywood Extras are absolutely amazing for giving a little extra cleavage where mother nature (or the plastic surgeon) forgot. Not your Grandmother's chicken cutlets, Hollywood Extras are super light, and conform to the natural contours of your bod. They can be used and re-used over and over again. We promise not to tell.

Just pop 'em in your bra, and get ready to turn some heads!

Elsa's workin' for the weekend!

While TBG was closed over the weekend, Elsa went ahead and started a production line for these adorable little gift packages! Elsa, a reluctant socialite, recognizes the need for a nail file when she's at the Oscars, or an earring back for her friend Lulu while they attend the Grammys. Elsa also knows that when she parties a little too hard, she's going to pay for it the next day, which is why she loves the Hollywood Retro Ice Bag. She can sit upon her chaise lounge, and relax like the celebutante she is.

Elsa, a true girl's girl, made these cute little packages that include a mini*mergency kit and a Hollywood Retro Ice Bag... all tied with a pink bow! Separately, the items cost $22.00. Ever watchful of a girl's budget, Elsa decided to offer both items all wrapped up for $20.00!

Pop by The Bridal Garden and pick a few up for your bridal party!

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!

TBG will be closed July 4th & 5th for the Fourth of July Holiday. We will re-open again on July 8th, ready to assist you with your gowns.

Have a happy, safe & firework filled 4th!

XOXO

The Bridal Garden

Yes, yes she did.

This precious treasure of a gown was found via your everyday Google search (search gowns made of food, btw), and it is proof of the fact that there are no rules when it comes to finding your dream gown!

While TBG may not be able to create your gown of cream puffs (can't even begin to imagine that alteration process), we can definitely work with you to create the gown of your own sweet dreams.

PS. Wonder if the chef is actually the groom?

SAMPLE SALE EXTENDED!!

Attention all Brides, Bridesmaids, Moms, and Flower girls!

Since it has been such a hit, we have extended our Designer Sample Sale through the end of the month! Designer wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, mom of the bride/mom of the groom, and flower girl dresses marked as low as 80% off!

All wedding gowns and dresses are sold as is, no holds, no returns.

Phone 425.889.2151 for your appointment!

Calm, cool & collected.

With the mercury rising, it's important to have an ice bag around for those heated moments. Instead of that ancient bag of frozen peas in your freezer, why not cool down with a Hollywood Retro Ice Bag? A much more sophisticated way to get your faint on.

We also hear that Hollywood Retro Ice Bags are also fabulous for the day after your bachelorette party while sipping on your morning after mimosa!

Emergencies call for a cute emergency kit!

TBG just received a shipment of mini*mergency survival kits from ms. & mrs. First of all, they are absolutely adorable. Second, they are incredibly useful! They contain 16 wedding day must haves - from breath mints to earring backs to a stain remover towelette! All packaged up in a cute little silver bag. Truly a case of form meeting function.

They are only $10.00, but the potential of their usefulness is priceless. Pick up a few for your bridesmaids today!